Tennessee: consumer-protection statute
Consumer Protection Act — Tenn. Code Ann. § 47-18-101 et seq.
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Private right of action
Whether a person may bring a civil action under the statute.
Not found in the statute text reviewed
Actual damages
Recovery for the loss a person actually suffered.
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Statutory minimum damages
A stated minimum or fixed amount of damages.
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Multiple or punitive damages
Damages multiplied or increased to punish unlawful conduct.
Not found in the statute text reviewed
Attorney fees
Rules for recovering the cost of legal representation.
Not found in the statute text reviewed
Notice or demand before suit
Notice or a demand that must be sent before bringing an action.
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Class action limits
Restrictions on bringing claims on behalf of a class.
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FTC interpretation clause
Directions to consider FTC or federal interpretations when applying the statute.
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Time limit for a claim
The period in which an action must be brought.
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Injunctive relief
Court orders requiring conduct to stop or change.
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Attorney general civil penalties
Civil monetary penalties sought by the attorney general.
Not found in the statute text reviewed